Can I include my partner and children on a subclass 491 visa?

You can include members of your family unit, such as a partner and dependent children, in your 491 application, and they can also join you later as subsequent entrants. Included family members get work and study rights for the life of the visa.

Be aware that family members on the 491 are also subject to the regional conditions, so they too need to live in a designated regional area. Their compliance and residence can matter for the family's overall move toward permanent residence.